Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

ISE REF Valve Recalled by Beckman Coulter Inc. Due to The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has...

Date: September 9, 2013
Company: Beckman Coulter Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Beckman Coulter Inc. directly.

Affected Products

ISE REF Valve, Part No. MU3226 for the AU400, AU640, AU2700, and AU5400 Chemistry Analyzer. Automated chemistry analyzers that measures analytes in samples.

Quantity: 4584 units total (1173 units in US)

Why Was This Recalled?

The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has confirmed that some AU Clinical Chemistry Analyzer ISE units can experience premature ISE REF (Reference) valve failure. Premature valve failure can be detected by the presence of air bubbles in the ISE REF solution tubing on the ISE unit. If air bubbles are present, accuracy of the ISE test results may be affected.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Beckman Coulter Inc.

Beckman Coulter Inc. has 241 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report